London -
Following the stunning debut of the Lotus Evora GT430, Lotus has
introduced an expanded Evora GT430 line-up designed to appeal to
a wider range of customers who want the ultimate in high
performance sports cars.

Adding to the
acclaimed Evora 400 and Evora Sport 410 models, the new Evora
GT430 range now includes two body options and a choice of manual
or automatic transmission. Joining the recently announced Evora
GT430 is the Evora GT430 Sport, a new member of the family that
carries the same phenomenal firepower and sculptured body-style
but without the additional downforce-creating aerodynamic
elements. Both models are powered by the same 3.5-litre V6
supercharged and charge cooled engine, producing 430 hp and 440
Nm of torque (Automatic version: 450 Nm).

Without the
aerodynamic elements, the Evora GT430 Sport weighs 10kg less at
1248 kg (dry), bringing the power-to-weight ratio to 345 hp /
tonne and the top speed to 196 mph (315 km/h) making it the
fastest Lotus production car ever.

The Evora GT430 is differentiated
from the Evora GT430 Sport through the inclusion of motorsport
derived aerodynamics provided by a carbon fibre splitter, a
large, profiled carbon wing and louvers on top of each front
wheel arch which reduce pressure within the front wheel arches
together with wider wheels and tyres.

Automatic transmission
will be available from January 2018 for both the
Evora GT430 body configurations. With 10 Nm more
torque (450 Nm), the Automatic version is even
quicker, with a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds. The
six-speed automatic transmission utilises an
optimised gearbox ECU for ultra-fast changes, whilst
gear selection is made via lightweight aluminium
paddles mounted to the steering wheel.

Announced last month,
the Evora GT430 has already proved a knock-out
success. Jean-Marc Gales, CEO, Group Lotus plc said,
“The Evora GT430 already has cemented its place as a
true collector’s car, but we know that many of our
customers want the option of choosing a less
aggressive version, with the same power, but without
some of more arresting design and aero elements.
With the Evora GT430 Sport, we have responded to
this demand to add to the whole range of
thoroughbred Lotus cars that are great on the track
as well as supremely capable on the road.”

Lotus Evora GT430
line-up in more detail

The new Evora GT430
Sport makes full use of carbon fibre to help hit its
low kerb weight. This means that standard components
include full carbon front and rear bumpers, front
access panel, roof panel, rear quarter panels as
well as a one-piece louvered tailgate with
integrated spoiler.

The whole of the Evora
GT430 range also benefits from advanced
aerodynamics, including two enlarged carbon fibre
front ducts, with integrated air blades, to
efficiently move air though to the front wheel
cavities and reduce turbulence created by the
wheels. The curved rear edges of the front wheel
arch panels also play a role, channelling air along
the side of the car, while sculpted ducts behind
each rear wheel vent airflow as quickly as possible
from the wheel arches, balancing downforce. As a
result, the Evora GT430 Sport generates up to 100 kg
of downforce at 196 mph, some 56% more than the
Evora Sport 410. The Evora GT430 generates up to 250
kg of downforce at 190 mph.

Jean-Marc Gales
continued, “This is a car that epitomises a purity
of engineering that many car manufacturers fail to
match. Lotus founder, Colin Chapman not only pursued
lightweight design, and pioneered the use carbon
fibre in F1, but he also led the way in the field of
aerodynamics in road and race cars. The Evora GT430
range continues this legacy, combining our expertise
in highly efficient engineering and aerodynamics
with more power and torque to provide one of the
most rounded and rewarding driving experiences on
the road or track.”

Once inside, the use
of visible-weave, carbon composite components
continues. These include Lotus’ beautifully detailed
carbon race seats, new carbon door sills and a new
lightweight carbon instrument binnacle cover with a
new design of graphic on the instrument panel. The
steering wheel, dashboard, door panels, transmission
tunnel and centre console are all trimmed in a
combination of black Alcantara® and perforated
leather, complemented by contrast twin colour
stitching, in red and white, and matt black interior
panels.

An integrated
touch-screen infotainment system can be specified,
including iPod® connectivity and Bluetooth®
functionality, satellite navigation and reversing
camera.

The variable traction
control function, standard on all models, is linked
directly to the ECU and allows the amount of wheel
slip to be set by the driver whilst in ‘Race / Off’.
The Evora GT430 has 10 mm wider Michelin Pilot Sport
Cup 2 tyres with 245/35 R19 at the front and 295/30
R20 at the rear, on one inch wider 10.5J rear wheels
– these are optional fit for the Evora GT430 Sport.

Every new Lotus Evora
GT430 Sport can be personalised through the
increasingly popular Lotus Exclusive programme.
Developed by the Lotus Design team to inspire
customers, it combines traditional British
craftsmanship with the best of modern design, and
allows owners to tailor vehicles to their personal
taste. Since its introduction last year, roughly a
third of all new Lotus cars now undergo some form of
customisation.

The new, fully
homologated Lotus Evora GT430 range is available in
two-seater configuration only and can be ordered
now.